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What is Type 2 Diabetes?

It's the most common form of diabetes. Type 2 means that your body doesn't use insulin properly. And while some people can control their blood glucose (blood sugar) levels with healthy eating and exercise, others may need medication or insulin to manage it. (Source: https://diabetes.org/diabetes/type-2)

The Hard Truth

23%

of adults with diabetes were not aware they had it 

38%

of the adult population have prediabetes

48%

of adults over 65 have diabetes

Mythbusters

Assumption
Myth?
Explanation
I’m 35, so I’m not at risk.
Yes
In the past, age 45 was the age to watch. But, today’s trend shows more T2D in people under 45, including teenagers!
I won’t die from T2D
Yes
Left untreated, T2D can lead to serious health complications, including death.
I need a doctor to manage my T2D
Yes
While a health professional is vital, you are responsible for managing your T2D.
T2D doesn’t lead to other health problems.
Yes
T2D can lead to other health problems including heart disease and stroke.
I can only eat foods I don’t like.
Yes
The food options available to those at risk or with T2D is wide ranging and delicious!
I’m not overweight, so I’m not at risk.
Yes
Even at the right weight range, other factors, such as BMI (body mass index) increase risk.
It doesn’t run in my family, so I’m not at risk.
Yes
While genetics can be a factor, many people have T2D without a family history.
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Risk Factors

Are you at risk?

  • ​Overweight or obese 

  • Family history of diabetes

  • African American, American Indian, Asian American, Hispanic/Latino, or Pacific Islander.

  • Not physically active

  • Are prediabetic

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